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Below please find a quick summary of the required items and things to make sure of.
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Read the two provided excerpts from Daniel Fleming (2012), specifically “Why Israel?” followed by “Israel Without Judah,”
Primary Biblical Texts for Analysis:
- 1 Kings 11:26–12:33 (The division into two kingdoms)
- 1 Kings 16:8–22 (A narrative about kings in Israel)
- 2 Kings 11 (A narrative about a king in Judah
Biblical Texts for Identifying Political Character:
- Judges 5 and Psalm 132 (Determine which text reflects an “Israelite” character and which reflects a “Judahite” character, according to Fleming’s framework).
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Things to Make Sure Of:
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Understanding Fleming’s Definitions:
- Clearly comprehend Fleming’s distinct definitions of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. Your analysis should reflect an understanding of Fleming’s perspective on the social, political, and religious distinctions between the two kingdoms.
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Textual Analysis:
- For each of the biblical passages, discuss the specific features that signify the social and political qualities of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. Use Fleming’s definitions as a basis for your analysis.
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Identification of Political Character:
- Based on Fleming’s criteria, identify which of the two additional biblical texts (Judges 5 or Psalm 132) would be considered “Israelite” and which would be considered “Judahite.” Explain your reasoning, focusing on social, political, and religious aspects.
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Synthesis and Observation:
- Your paper should not merely summarize Fleming’s work. Instead, synthesize his viewpoints and critically engage with the biblical texts to offer your observations. Highlight how Fleming’s considerations interact with the biblical narratives.
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Citations:
- Cite the biblical material appropriately according to the syllabus guidelines. For citing Fleming, use in-text citations (e.g., Fleming 2012: 18). A bibliography is not required as the source is specified.
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Formatting and Structure:
- Follow the specified formatting guidelines (12 pt font, double-spaced, Times New Roman). Write a continuous paper without numbering sections, ensuring a logical flow from one part to another.
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Original Analysis:
- Provide your unique analysis and insights, especially on how the selected texts reflect the distinct characteristics of Israel and Judah as understood by Fleming.